Jack London Square to Host Month-Long 'Forget Me Not' Alzheimer's Program
OAKLAND, Calif., Aug. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- In honor of World Alzheimer's Month, Jack London Square, one of the Bay Area's top dining, recreation and commercial districts (http://www.jacklondonsquare.com), will soon kick off "Forget Me Not," a month-long program taking place throughout the month of September. During this time, the community is invited to watch videos about the progression of Alzheimer's as victims and their families share their powerful and inspirational stories on TikTok; gather information and resources to help loved ones suffering from Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia; enjoy the center's symbolic purple décor; and take part in an exciting closing event featuring a spectacular 80-quadcopter drone show, live art, concert performances, kids crafts and more. During the closing event, guests will also be able to have one-on-one discussions with representatives from the Alzheimer's Services of the East Bay (ASEB). Proceeds from the sale of artwork created during the culminating event on September 23rd will be donated to the ASEB, an organization dedicated to the care and support of those living with memory decline.
- Throughout the month of September, Jack London Square will post moving videos featuring real Alzheimer's patients along with their caregivers and family members on TikTok .
- Jack London Square will also post important information about Alzheimer's Disease on its website throughout the month of September.
- September 11th – September 30th / 11 a.m. – 9 p.m.
From September 11th through September 30th, from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., Jack London Square will host a memory puzzle drive. - DJ (7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.): Sponsored by Jack London Square, a live DJ will play upbeat, festive music throughout the event.